fees

There is a lot of confusion as to how Interior Designers charge for their services.  I truly believe this comes from these “reality” TV shows we all love to watch, they never go into detail on how much the design itself costs vs. how much the entire renovation/construction costs. Of course this varies depending on the scope of work. Another confusing aspect is that depending on the type of interior design service, e.g. remodel, decor, lighting, consulting etc. the fee structure may vary.

THE VARIOUS TYPES OF FEES ARE:

Hourly: simply paying the designer by the hour for their time.  This is usually the most appropriate type of compensation for consultations and small projects. The hourly fee is also used for shopping sessions, additional drafting or renderings and on-site visits outside the original scope. 

Percentage: is a percentage of the total project cost, this is ideal for large residential or commercial projects. 

Per square foot: is a dollar amount times the square foot of a space. This fee structure is ideal for commercial projects.

Flat fee: is one set fee for a specific scope of work. anything outside the scope is billed hourly.

Consultation fee is a flat fee for specific consultation services. The designer is available to assist the client in purchasing, selecting finishes, merchandise etc. and to answer questions.  This is a good fee structure for projects for someone who needs assistance making decisions.

TRADE DISCOUNTS

When available, trade discounts will be extended directly to my clients. Discounts range from 5%-40% depending on the retailer.